Ethernet Lan/Wan

IBM Ethernet LAN/WAN Adapters

Ethernet and LAN/WAN adapters provide network connectivity for IBM AS/400, iSeries, and Power Systems servers.

Category Description

Data Tech Computer offers Ethernet LAN/WAN adapters for IBM AS/400, iSeries, and Power Systems. The selection includes PCI and PCIe adapters for copper and fiber Ethernet connections, along with multi-protocol WAN and Token-Ring options for earlier platforms. Speeds range from standard Ethernet through 1 Gb and 10 Gb. Adapters support AIX, IBM i, and Linux workloads on systems from legacy AS/400 models through Power11.

These adapters connect Power Systems servers to local area networks and wide area networks. Copper models use RJ45 connectors for standard Ethernet cabling. Fiber models use LC connectors for longer distances and higher speeds. Multi-port adapters increase the number of network connections available from a single card. WAN adapters support serial and multi-protocol connections for remote site links on earlier systems.

Features

Copper (RJ45) and fiber (LC) Ethernet interfaces
1 Gb and 10 Gb Ethernet speeds
Multi-protocol WAN adapters
Token-Ring adapters for legacy environments
Single-port, dual-port, and quad-port configurations
Full-duplex operation
IEEE 802.3 compliance
Feature code matching for system integration
Hot-plug support on Power8 and later systems
Virtualization support on select models

Technical Details

Attribute	Details
Interface	PCIe or PCI
Speeds	1 Gb / 10 Gb Ethernet
Connectors	RJ45 (copper) or LC (fiber)
Ports	1, 2, or 4 per adapter
Form Factor	Full-height or low-profile
Protocols	Ethernet, multi-protocol WAN, Token-Ring

Compatibility

Ethernet LAN/WAN adapters are compatible with:

Systems: IBM AS/400 (9406 series), Power5 through Power11 servers
Operating Systems: AIX, IBM i, and Linux on Power
Interfaces: PCIe Gen2 through Gen5 and legacy PCI
Networking: Copper Ethernet, fiber Ethernet, and multi-protocol WAN
Limitations: Slot generation and form factor (full-height or low-profile) must match the target system. Confirm feature code support for the specific machine type